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Devonshire Hayes Recruitment Specialists Ltd
London
Hybrid
Senior
£60k - £72k
RECENTLY POSTED
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selenium
jira
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Are you an experienced Test Lead looking for a new position? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you!This role will be hybrid with 2 days a week on site at the London Office.The Salary for this role is 72K however this could be increased for the right candidate.The below experience is required:
Substantial experience using the following technology suite (Selenium, Specflow, Nunit, Extent-Reporting, Page Object Model).
C# Programming language
ISEB/ISTQB Software Testing accredited or equivalent.
Strong test lead experience
Test leadership and execution of functional and non-functional testing in an Agile (SCRUM) environment.
Experience with full test process from a lead position
Strong test automation experience (10 years minimum)
Experience of using test management tools (e.g. Azure DevOps, HP ALM, Jira)
Visual Studio 2019 or higher
SQL
Experience of MS Office, MS Project and Visio.
SDLC methodology.
Testing in an Agile (SCRUM) environment.
Integrating automated test cases with CI/CD frameworks and tools (Azure DevOps).
Good knowledge of risk management, defect management, task planning and measuring and reporting performance against key metrics.
Browser Compatibility test tools e.g., BrowserStack (desirable
Experience of xml and service orientated protocols (desirable).
ETL testing experience (Desirable)
Demonstrate experience of Leading Test Teams in an Agile/Spring Environment.
Substantial experience of writing detailed, structured test scripts using best practice design principles.
Full software development lifecycle experience using structured and agile approaches.
Excellent understanding of testing methodology and analytical skills to ensure full understanding of potential defects.
Proven track record in leading web-based applications testing, including mobile devices and Database Testing.
Test automation framework and tools delivery.
Demonstrable experience of testing across technology platforms such as:
Customer Relationship Management (e.g., Siebel, Dymanics)
Enterprise Document Management Systems (e.g., OpenText)
Web Portals / Online Application Forms, and integration
Data Integration (desirable)
Software Test Engineer
Tec Partners
Multiple locations
Remote or hybrid
Junior - Mid
£45k - £50k
RECENTLY POSTED
python
Role: Software Test EngineerLocation: Hybrid (Cambridge / London)Salary: Up to 50,000We’re working with an established technology business who have been at the forefront of remote access and connectivity solutions for over two decades. Their software is trusted by millions of users globally - from leading names in technology and engineering through to organisations operating in healthcare, media, and industry.As part of their continued growth and investment in engineering excellence, our client is looking for a Software Test Engineer with strong automation skills to join their collaborative QA team. This role offers the chance to work across the full testing lifecycle - from feature inception through to release - ensuring the delivery of high-quality, reliable software used worldwide.You’ll work closely with developers, write and maintain Python-based automated tests, enhance the existing test framework, and play a key role in improving testing processes across the business. The culture is supportive, forward-thinking, and built on continuous learning and innovation.What we’re looking for:
Proven experience in automated software testing using Python
Solid understanding of Agile development practices
Strong source control and bug reporting skills
Excellent attention to detail and communication abilities
Experience working effectively in a hybrid or remote environment
Desirable experience: DevOps, performance or security testing, Selenium/web technologies, Jenkins/Groovy, Atlassian tools, or ISTQB certification.This is a fantastic opportunity to join a globally recognised tech brand that values innovation, collaboration, and quality. Please reach out to Fintan at TEC Partners for more details!
Junior Software Engineer & Quality Assurance Analyst
BRITISH BOARD OF FILM CLASSIFICATION
London
Hybrid
Junior
Private salary
RECENTLY POSTED
aws
github
postman
python
sql
Job Title Junior Software Engineer & Quality Assurance AnalystDepartment BBFC Technology Product DevelopmentReports to Director of Innovation and Emerging TechnologiesDuration: 12 Month Fixed Term, full timeLocation: Hybrid (minimum of 2 days in the office)Company Overview:Independent and not-for-profit, the BBFC is here to help everyone in the UK - especially children and families - choose age-appropriate films, videos and websites, wherever and however they watch or use them.We are committed to using AI to evolve and leverage over 110 years of experience in media compliance and regulation. We are on a mission to harness this extensive knowledge to create scalable solutions that align with our core mission of supporting audiences to make safe and informed viewing choices.As a Junior Software Engineer & Quality Assurance Analyst in our organisation, you’ll join a dynamic team and have an opportunity to contribute to innovative new technology. You will gain experience supporting our two main projects currently in progress: an AI solution that identifies and tags content issues, as well as a separate tool that will determine and assign international age ratings.This role is ideal for a graduate with relevant experience looking to start their career in software engineering and quality assurance. No AI experience is required; however, this is an incredible opportunity to work with our AI team and learn new AI skills and all about the latest AI technologies.Responsibilities:
Software Development Support:
Assist senior engineers in writing, testing, and debugging clean, scalable code for data-related applications, primarily using Python.
Gain exposure to the full software development lifecycle and contribute to code reviews under mentorship.
Quality Assurance (QA) and Testing:
Execute basic unit, integration, and end-to-end tests for data pipelines and software components to ensure reliability.
Learn to design and execute manual and automated tests for internal and external APIs.
Accurately document test results, log defects, and verify fixes in collaboration with the development team.
Data Pipeline Assistance:
Support the team in monitoring and maintaining core data pipelines for acquiring, ingesting, and integrating diverse datasets.
Assist with automating basic data pipeline tasks to improve efficiency.
Data Preparation and Exploration:
Support data scientists with fundamental data cleaning, transformation, and preparation tasks for model development.
Perform basic data querying and manipulation using SQL.
Cloud and API Learning:
Learn about and assist with basic setup and consumption of cloud services (e.g., AWS, including SageMaker) for data and model deployment.
Gain experience with leveraging APIs for data access and integration.
Web Scraping & Data Acquisition:
Learn and assist with basic web scraping tasks to gather relevant public data from online sources under guidance.
Emerging Technology Exposure:
Develop a foundational understanding of MLOps practices and data-related techniques used in our AI projects.
Collaboration:
Actively participate in cross-functional team discussions, including data scientists, software engineers, and business analysts, to understand requirements and contribute to solutions.
Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Data Science, or a related technical field.
Some experience in a similar junior role with demonstrated proficiency in core job functions.
Strong academic knowledge of software development principles, data structures, and algorithms, typically demonstrated through university projects or coursework.
Academic or project-based experience in the following:
Python programming for scripting or application development.
SQL for basic database querying.
Software testing concepts, including unit testing and functional testing.
Familiarity with development tools and version control (e.g., GitHub).
Enthusiasm and a strong desire to learn about:
Cloud computing platforms (AWS is preferred).
API functionality and testing methodologies (e.g., Postman).
Data architecture, modelling, and ETL/data pipeline concepts.
Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to proactively seek guidance and learn new technologies.
Strong verbal and written communication skills for effective team collaboration.
Passion for leveraging technology, specifically AI, for social good.
Nice to have
Exposure to Generative AI concepts or frameworks like LangFlow.
We look forward to welcoming you to our team as we collectively strive to make a positive impact through AI for good.
Software Test Engineer
Prime Appointments
London
In office
Junior - Mid
Private salary
RECENTLY POSTED
windows
North London AreaSalary Negotiable + Excellent BenefitsAn international company who manufactures complexed systems used for navigation are looking to recruit a Software Test Engineer to be responsible for the build and test of software to support the company’s products and services. If you have experience of Software Engineering Lifecycle, in particular test and integration then this great company with excellent benefits could be your ideal next career move.Duties:
Build and test software to support the company’s products and services.
Be responsible for producing and maintaining software build and software test specifications.
Act as technical liaison within the company and for customers, and collaborators on software related matters.
Assist in the improvement and testability of software.
Skills:
Must have a good Engineering Degree with Software Content or equivalent
Candidates with extensive experience in a similar role without a degree may be considered
Must have practical experience of testing software for PCs running Windows.
Experience of writing test plans, specifications, and reports is essential
Experience of building software & software installers desirable
Experience in similar position within a Technical/Engineering organisation preferred.
Knowledge of scripting/programming languages to help automate builds and testing.
Must be willing to travel occasionally to visit and sail with ships in the UK and abroad.
Due to the nature of the business you will be required to be a British Citizen with 5 years traceable history.Benefits:
25 days holiday plus bank holidays
Hours of work are 7.30-4.00 Monday to Thursday with hour lunch and 7.30 to 12.30 Friday
Stakeholder pension scheme
Life assurance
Other benefits include: Employee Assistance Programme, Private Health, Childcare Vouchers and a Subsidised Restaurant
Candidates from a pure e-commerce web site testing background are NOT suitable for this positionIf you would like to discuss this role further, then call Julia at Prime Appointments.
Software Test Engineer
Matchtech
London
Hybrid
Junior - Mid
£45k - £50k
RECENTLY POSTED
windows
Are you ready to work on cutting-edge software that supports next-generation naval technology? We’re looking for a talented Software Test Engineer to join our innovative Radar & Naval team. You’ll play a key role in building, testing, and improving software that powers advanced naval systems, helping ensure mission-critical performance and reliability. What You’ll Do:
Develop, test, and validate software that underpins state-of-the-art naval and radar products.
Create and maintain detailed software build and test specifications.
Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to ensure seamless software integration.
Improve software testability and quality through innovative approaches.
Take on exciting project challenges that directly impact cutting-edge technology.
Occasionally travel to UK and international sites to see your software in action at sea.
What You’ll Bring:
Technical background and hands-on experience testing software on Windows platforms.
Knowledge of scripting/programming languages to automate builds and testing.
Understanding of the Software Engineering Lifecycle, especially testing and integration.
Strong communication skills and confidence working in a collaborative environment.
A proactive, problem-solving mindset with a keen attention to detail.
Qualifications:
Engineering degree with software content, or equivalent experience.
Why This Role Is Exciting:
Work on software that directly supports the UK’s naval and radar capabilities.
Be part of a highly skilled, innovative, and collaborative engineering team.
Opportunities to develop your career in a cutting-edge technology environment.
See your work come to life on real systems deployed in the field.We can offer Hybrid working and a competitve salary!
If you’re passionate about software, enjoy problem-solving, and want to be part of something that truly matters, this is the role for you!
Senior Android App Developer
Stott and May
London
Hybrid
Senior
£90k
RECENTLY POSTED
android
github
restful
kotlin
kanban
jira
+5
A leading retailer are looking for a Senior Android App Developer to join their Mobile Team to contribute to the development and evolution of their Mobile App.As the Senior Android App Developer, you will be responsible for building and maintaining the Android version of the app, ensuring it delivers a pixel-perfect, performant, and luxury-aligned experience for customers.You will be a high-performing developer who thrives on clean architecture, elegant code collaborative delivery whilst working as part of an Agile cross-functional team.Skills and Experience* Strong proficiency in Kotlin and Android SDKs, with a deep understanding of Jetpack libraries, Compose and modern Android architecture components. * Experience with RESTful APIs, JSON, and mobile architecture patterns (MVVM, Clean Architecture). * Familiarity with Android Studio, GitHub, mobile CI/CD tools, automated testing frameworks and the Play store deployment process. * Proven experience delivering high-quality Android applications in Agile environments. * Exceptional communication skills and ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams. * Experience working with design systems and translating Figma or Sketch designs into pixel-perfect implementations. * Familiarity with analytics platforms (Firebase), crash reporting tools (Crashlytics), and user feedback loops. * Understanding of mobile security best practices, GDPR compliance, and accessibility standards. * Experience using backlog management tools like Azure DevOps or Jira. * Familiarity with Agile methodologies such as Scrum and Kanban and working in cross-functional product teams.If you are a Senior Android App Developer, that has a passion for new technology, industry trends and a particular interest in adhering to UI/UX design principles, then send your CV to be considered for this role.
Electronics Test Engineer
Octagon Group
Hounslow
Hybrid
Junior - Senior
Private salary
RECENTLY POSTED
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE
EXCITING OPPORTUNITY FOR A SENIOR/JUNIOR ELECTRONICS TEST ENGINEER JOB IN HAYES, GREATER LONDONOur client are experts in state of the art innovative radar technology across the air, land and sea! They are currently looking for an experienced Electronics Test Engineer to join their production team. You will have responsibility for all aspects of test engineering including fault diagnostics, production support and improvement.Key Responsibilities for the Electronics Test Engineer Job in Hayes, Greater London
Testing High Voltage Switch Mode Power Supplies and Travelling Wave Tubes having output voltages of up to 35kV.
Ensure the product meets the test parameters for all test result specifications and create evaluation reports.
Find failures to component level, identify the root cause and record findings accurately.
Assist R&D with testing prototypes
Key Requirements for the Electronics Test Engineer Job in Hayes, Greater London
Experience in working in an electronics or RF environment. Open to experienced Test Engineers or Graduates with a Degree in RF/Electronics/Physics.
Security clearance required
A good understanding of both analog and digital circuitry,
Ideally some experience with high voltage power supply circuitry.
Some experience in understanding documenting test processes and procedures.
My client has a strong internal culture of teamwork and work-life balance. They value their employees and strive to create a positive, relaxed and enjoyable working environment.
System Tester
Arm
London
Hybrid
Junior - Mid
£485/day - £535/day
RECENTLY POSTED
processing-js
jira
sql
3 Months London - Hybrid (1-2 days per week) (Apply online only) per day (Inside IR35)My client, a bank is looking for a software tester to join their fast-paced team on an initial 3 month contract.This role is part of a strategic initiative to upgrade the existing Algo Collateral Management System. The legacy system, originally developed by IBM, is being replaced with the latest version provided by SmartStream, who acquired the platform in 2017. The upgrade focuses on updating the system?s incoming and outgoing interfaces, ensuring seamless integration and operational continuity.Key Responsibilities: Develop and execute comprehensive system test plans, test cases, and test scripts aligned with the upgrade scope. Validate the incoming and outgoing interfaces of the new SmartStream Algo system, ensuring data integrity and functional accuracy. Collaborate with business analysts, developers, and project managers to understand requirements and translate them into test scenarios. Perform system integration testing (SIT) and support user acceptance testing (UAT) phases. Identify, document, and track defects using standard defect management tools. Participate in test reviews, walkthroughs, and sign-off processes. Ensure compliance with internal QA standards and regulatory requirements. Provide regular status updates and contribute to test reporting and metrics.Required Skills & Experience: Proven experience as a System Test Analyst or similar role in complex system upgrade or integration projects. Strong knowledge of system testing methodologies, tools, and best practices. Experience testing interfaces (inbound/outbound), including file-based and API integrations. Familiarity with test management tools such as JIRA. Ability to write and execute SQL queries for data validation and backend testing.Financial Services Experience: Solid understanding of collateral management, settlements, or post-trade processing in a financial services environment. Experience working with SmartStream or Algo Collateral systems is highly desirable. Knowledge of financial instruments (e.g., derivatives, repos, securities lending) and associated collateral workflows.Desirable Skills: Experience in Agile or hybrid project delivery environments. ISTQB or equivalent testing certification.Disclaimer:This vacancy is being advertised by either Advanced Resource Managers Limited, Advanced Resource Managers IT Limited or Advanced Resource Managers Engineering Limited (“ARM”). ARM is a specialist talent acquisition and management consultancy. We provide technical contingency recruitment and a portfolio of more complex resource solutions. Our specialist recruitment divisions cover the entire technical arena, including some of the most economically and strategically important industries in the UK and the world today. We will never send your CV without your permission. Where the role is marked as Outside IR35 in the advertisement this is subject to receipt of a final Status Determination Statement from the end Client and may be subject to change.
Tester
CBSbutler Holdings Limited trading as CBSbutler
Multiple locations
Hybrid
Mid
Private salary
RECENTLY POSTED
javascript
confluence
python
jenkins
splunk
jira
+2
Job title: TesterLocation: Leeds/Hybrid (2 days per week in the office)Rate: 400 per dayContract: 10 months+SC security clearance is required for this roleRole Description I am looking for a tester for a client of mine who are a leading IT systems integrator operating in the Uk public sector. You will join current their test team to support CIS1, CIS2, & DSS. This also includes being part of the Cyber resilience that is happening within IAM.Key Duties and Responsibilities
Strong capability to identify security gaps across systems and processes.
Experience creating and applying risk models.
Ability to develop and execute a comprehensive cyber security test strategy.
Strong understanding of Azure security risks, especially related to Azure Storage.
Knowledge of immutable backups and secure data retention strategies.
Experience with disaster recovery planning, including full restore testing.
Expertise in multi-factor authentication (MFA) setup and testing.
Vulnerability management - scanning, prioritization, remediation validation.
Ability to design and interpret security dashboards for monitoring and reporting
Awareness of system throttling and its security implications.
Ideally comfortable upskilling the rest of the team so we can cover basic Cybersecurity testing
Required Experience:
Previous experience with manual testing (systems, APIs, and applications)
Languages: JavaScript and Python
Tools: Confluence, Jenkins, Jira, Splunk
Desired Industry and Competencies
Knowledge of authentication mechanisms (OAuth, SAML, JWT, etc.).
Experience working in healthcare
If you are interested in this role or wish to apply, please feel free to reply to this advert or call me on (phone number removed).
Test Architect/Senior Test Manager
Click Digital
London
Hybrid
Senior
£75k - £90k
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE
Our London based technology consulting client are looking for an experienced Test Architect/Senior Test Manager to join them on a permanent basis due to company growth. They provide pioneering and cutting-edge Quality Engineering and Agile / DevOps transformation services.To be successful in this role you should bring consulting experience and the ability to work at ease and collaboratively to support their clients.Delivery Requirements
Extensive experience in delivering complex test projects and programmes - Agile and Waterfall
Experience in working across the SDLC and understanding software engineering, strong knowledge of test phases eg Unit, System, Integration, UAT and NFT
Great working knowledge of test automation, performance engineering, DevOps, test environments, test data, test management, and SDLC tools
Ability to develop Organisational and Programme-level Test Strategies, Approach and Plans
Ability to create test estimates, budgets, and define/build reusable testing assets for large/complex projects
Experience in defining standard quality engineering architecture, methodology, technical and process improvement, and tools across engagements
Demonstrable ability to improve quality practices across the software delivery lifecycle including integration into project management methodologies
Leadership Responsibilities
Lead a team of technical engineers covering planning, estimating, managing, and reporting on tasks
Represent leadership to client stakeholders in professional and committed manner
Mentor junior engineers and analysts providing guidance
Contribute to company blogs, industry presentations, education, and webinars
Support the strategic direction of, and be an active contributor to, our Quality Engineering Practice
Client and Account Responsibilities
Advise and evangelise to the customer on innovative products and solutions across the SDLC with particular focus on quality engineering solutions
Demonstrable record of client relationship building with strong stakeholder management experience including to senior levels
A strong network and the ability to initiate and develop new business opportunities with clients
Desirables
Strong experience of Higher Education
Experience with large packaged applications like Oracle Fusion and/or SAP S4 Hana working in upgrades.
Software QA Engineer
PCR Digital
London
Hybrid
Mid - Senior
£437/day
playwright
6 Month Contract SW London / Hybrid - 3 Days Onsite 437.50 Per Day (Inside IR35)A leading global technology company is seeking an experienced Software QA Engineer to join their innovative team. This is an exciting opportunity for a detail-oriented professional who is passionate about quality, performance, and reliability, and thrives in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.Key Responsibilities
Champion quality and best practice across teams and projects.
Develop and execute detailed test plans and validation procedures.
Collaborate with developers and analysts to identify and resolve issues.
Configure and manage test tools, troubleshoot bugs, and support release processes.
Produce clear testing documentation and provide end-user training when required.
Maintain strong communication with clients and stakeholders to ensure smooth delivery.
Key Skills & Experience
5+ years’ experience in QA or software support.
Strong knowledge of Agile methodologies and the software development lifecycle.
Experience with automated testing (JavaScript/TypeScript), Playwright, and source control tools.
Excellent analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills.
ISTQB certification, performance testing, and client support experience are advantageous.
Everybody is Welcome Diversity and Inclusion Statement PCR Digital“At PCR Digital, we are committed to ensuring that diversity, equity and inclusion play a role at all stages of our recruitment - it is important to us that our own company culture and the culture of our network is as varied and supportive as possible. We love people (it’s why we do what we do), so, regardless of background, we welcome you to work with us or apply to any of our jobs if you feel that they are right for you.”We also aim to ensure that our entire process is accessible. Please make us aware of any adjustments you may need throughout the selection, interview and general process and we will do all we can to ensure that any barriers are removed for you.
Quality Assurance Engineer
Octagon Group
London
Hybrid
Mid
Private salary
jira
Quality Assurance Engineer (Systems) - GreenwichA leading organisation in advanced engineering and manufacturing is seeking a Quality Assurance Engineer to take ownership of the Business Management System and drive quality initiatives across a high-performing operational site. This is an excellent opportunity to lead audits, improve processes, and champion a culture of compliance and continuous improvement.Key Responsibilities for the Quality Assurance Engineer (Systems) job:
Maintain and improve the Business Management System in line with ISO9001 and TL9000 standards.
Lead internal and external audit programmes, ensuring timely closure of findings and robust root cause analysis.
Conduct risk and opportunity assessments across all business activities, supporting mitigation planning.
Define, write, and maintain quality procedures and process documentation with input from stakeholders.
Coordinate and lead the annual Management Review, compiling business performance data and actions.
Drive process improvement initiatives and support quality investigations using tools such as 8D, Fishbone, and 5 Whys.
Promote a Right-First-Time quality culture across operations and support internal training in auditing.
Monitor Quality Objectives and KPIs, identify recovery plans, and escalate critical product quality concerns.
Key Requirements for the Quality Assurance Engineer (Systems) job:
Degree in Engineering or a related discipline.
Minimum 5 years of experience in a similar role, preferably in a manufacturing or engineering environment.
Certified ISO9001 Lead Auditor.
Lean Six Sigma Black Belt or equivalent.
Strong background in root cause analysis, internal audits, and quality system improvement.
Experience working with multidisciplinary teams and communicating with internal and external stakeholders.
Proficient in MS Office, SAP, JIRA, and other investigation/reporting tools.
This is a fantastic opportunity to work for an exciting client of mine who can offer an attractive salary plus great company benefits as well as career progression opportunities.To apply or for more information on the Quality Assurance Engineer (Systems) job, please contact.
Senior Test Analyst - Collateral Management, Algo
Harvey Nash
London
Hybrid
Senior
£600/day - £640/day
processing-js
jira
sql
Senior Test Analyst - Algo/Collateral Management sought by leading investment bank based in the city of London.Inside IR35 - 2 days a week on siteKey Responsibilities:
Develop and execute comprehensive system test plans, test cases, and test scripts aligned with the upgrade scope.
Validate the incoming and outgoing interfaces of the new SmartStream Algo system, ensuring data integrity and functional accuracy.
Collaborate with business analysts, developers, and project managers to understand requirements and translate them into test scenarios.
Perform system integration testing (SIT) and support user acceptance testing (UAT) phases.
Identify, document, and track defects using standard defect management tools.
Participate in test reviews, walkthroughs, and sign-off processes.
Ensure compliance with internal QA standards and regulatory requirements.
Provide regular status updates and contribute to test reporting and metrics.
Required Skills & Experience:
Technical & Testing Expertise:
Proven experience as a System Test Analyst or similar role in complex system upgrade or integration projects.
Strong knowledge of system testing methodologies, tools, and best practices.
Experience testing interfaces (inbound/outbound), including file-based and API integrations.
Familiarity with test management tools such as JIRA.
Ability to write and execute SQL queries for data validation and backend testing.
Financial Services Experience:
Solid understanding of collateral management, settlements, or post-trade processing in a financial services environment.
Experience working with SmartStream or Algo Collateral systems is highly desirable.
Knowledge of financial instruments (e.g., derivatives, repos, securities lending) and associated collateral workflows.
Desirable Skills:
Experience in Agile or hybrid project delivery environments.
Exposure to automation testing tools or frameworks.
ISTQB or equivalent testing certification.
Please apply within for further details or call on (phone number removed)Alex Reeder Harvey Nash Finance & BankingTo From Record Yes NoAlways use these settings
Spotlight
Quality Assurance - Consultant
Opencast
Multiple locations
Hybrid
Mid
£44k - £56k
playwright
selenium
cucumber
junit
jira
jmeter
+1
Ready for a new challenge?Are you looking for work that makes a difference? Do you want to work with people who learn and grow together?If so, Opencast could be the place for you. We’re a growing tech consultancy that creates user-centred solutions with purpose for our clients in government and business.The roleYou’ll work on public and private sector projects. You may be the sole software quality engineer on a project or work in a team.Leading by example and promoting the Opencast approach, you’ll work in an agile environment across all testing types. You’ll collaborate with team members, clients and users to maintain quality and follow best practice. You’ll adapt to different tools and technologies, advising on the best and mentoring junior colleagues.UK Security Clearance (existing SC clearance or eligibility) is a requirement for our current permanent opportunities.Essential experienceTo succeed in this role, you must have experience working as the sole software test engineer on a team.In your CV and at interview, you’ll need to show experience of:• writing, running and debugging functional automation tests on an integrated development environment (IDE) for front-end and API testing and frameworks like Cucumber BDD or Junit• presenting work to stakeholders• managing defects and tasks through to resolution• creating user stories and technical tasks from high-level requirements• version control tools like git and peer review processes• creating test plans and reports• participating in E2E and UAT.You’ll need a good understanding of:• your working area and applying this to your role• concepts and benefits of non-functional testing• continuous integration tools like Jenkins, GitLab CI or CircleCI• basic principles of programming paradigms, such as object-orientated and procedural programmingAs well as QA skills, there are essential core skills you’ll need to be a great consultant.In the interview, we will assess how you have:• organised your workload to ensure you’re completing tasks efficiently to ensure quality is unaffected• strong attention to detail• a methodical approach to resolving complex problems• respectfully challenged decisions or solutions• communicated with technical and non-technical people• been proactive and taken the initiative in seeking solutions to mitigate risk• raised risks and issues through the correct tools.Other helpful experienceSome areas of experience are not essential but relevant to the role:• UK government service standards• agile methodology.If you don’t have experience, we can coach you if you join us.SalaryConsultant salary range: £44,001 – £56,000What our offer includesA competitive pension, health cash plan, share options and discretionary bonus.Flexible hours and 25 days’ holiday.People to support you every step of the way.Where you’ll workYour working time at Opencast will be split between multiple locations, including from our HQ and hub locations, client site or home. Travel is part of life at Opencast, and takes in account requirements of your work, our clients and your team.We include youWe welcome candidates from all identities, attributes, ways of thinking and backgrounds to thrive in a career at Opencast. Our aim is for the diversity of our people to be reflected in the solutions we deliver, to help create a fairer society for all.InterviewJob interviews are on Microsoft Teams. We’ll make any adjustments to help you.Want to know more?Visit our website or email careers@opencastsoftware.com.We are not working with recruitment agencies on this vacancy. If you are interested in this position, please apply directly with Opencast.
Spotlight
Quality Assurance - Consultant
Opencast
Multiple locations
Hybrid
Mid - Senior
£44k - £56k
git
cucumber
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Ready for a new challenge?Are you looking for work that makes a difference? Do you want to work with people who learn and grow together?If so, Opencast could be the place for you. We’re a growing tech consultancy that creates user-centred solutions with purpose for our clients in government and business.The roleYou’ll work on public and private sector projects. You may be the sole software quality engineer on a project or work in a team.Leading by example and promoting the Opencast approach, you’ll work in an agile environment across all testing types. You’ll collaborate with team members, clients and users to maintain quality and follow best practice. You’ll adapt to different tools and technologies, advising on the best and mentoring junior colleagues.UK Security Clearance (existing SC clearance or eligibility) is a requirement for our current permanent opportunities.Essential experienceTo succeed in this role, you must have experience working as the sole software test engineer on a team.In your CV and at interview, you’ll need to show experience of:• writing, running and debugging functional automation tests on an integrated development environment (IDE) for front-end and API testing and frameworks like Cucumber BDD or Junit• presenting work to stakeholders• managing defects and tasks through to resolution• creating user stories and technical tasks from high-level requirements• version control tools like git and peer review processes• creating test plans and reports• participating in E2E and UAT.You’ll need a good understanding of:• your working area and applying this to your role• concepts and benefits of non-functional testing• continuous integration tools like Jenkins, GitLab CI or CircleCI• basic principles of programming paradigms, such as object-orientated and procedural programmingAs well as QA skills, there are essential core skills you’ll need to be a great consultant.In the interview, we will assess how you have:• organised your workload to ensure you’re completing tasks efficiently to ensure quality is unaffected• strong attention to detail• a methodical approach to resolving complex problems• respectfully challenged decisions or solutions• communicated with technical and non-technical people• been proactive and taken the initiative in seeking solutions to mitigate risk• raised risks and issues through the correct tools.Other helpful experienceSome areas of experience are not essential but relevant to the role:• UK government service standards• agile methodology.If you don’t have experience, we can coach you if you join us.SalaryConsultant salary range: £44,001 – £56,000What our offer includesA competitive pension, health cash plan, share options and discretionary bonus.Flexible hours and 25 days’ holiday.People to support you every step of the way.Where you’ll workYour working time at Opencast will be split between multiple locations, including from our HQ and hub locations, client site or home. Travel is part of life at Opencast, and takes in account requirements of your work, our clients and your team.We include youWe welcome candidates from all identities, attributes, ways of thinking and backgrounds to thrive in a career at Opencast. Our aim is for the diversity of our people to be reflected in the solutions we deliver, to help create a fairer society for all.InterviewJob interviews are on Microsoft Teams. We’ll make any adjustments to help you.Want to know more?Visit our website or email careers@opencastsoftware.com.
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